1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Plymouth |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Voyager |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |